Mrs Walters says there is so much on offer, children will have to plan their day between attending shows and joining in the hands-on fun provided by local organisations, early learning centres and schools.

They can take part in creative art activities, wood construction, pat-a-pet, plant a tree, shoot a rocket, drive a little car, have their face painted, sit and read stories or join in with the wide range of sensory and art experiences.

Among new activities this year are The Little Street Circus and Street Science making glow-in-the-dark bouncy balls and sherbet.

Mrs Walters recommends that families make time to see the Forest Meets the Sea art installation in the Senior Citizens Building which will be created from artwork by hundreds of children from across the Gympie region.

Families will learn more about early learning services, organisations, sporting clubs, businesses and support services available and find out how these services can support them.